by SOIPP | Jun 19, 2024 | Writing Tips
My 10-year-old daughter loves telling stories, and she really liked embellish them with emotionally laden words that packed a punch. For example, her teacher didn’t speak firmly or shout – she’d “scream”. A kid at school didn’t push another – he’d “viciously smash”...
by SOIPP | Jun 17, 2024 | Book Publishing, Idea Management, Writing Tips
Some writers think that success occurs in a magical moment when the stars and planets align for a particular person. But waiting for Fate to tap your shoulder as the lucky one places your chance to succeed in the hands of strangers. And, yes, it is just luck at that...
by Bede | Jun 15, 2024 | Book Editing, Book Publishing, Writing Tips
by Ellie Maas Davis The book editing process is highly personal and it’s important to know what you’re getting into before you begin. Here are a few frequently asked questions about the book editing process to help authors better understand what to expect....
by Michaelin | Jun 15, 2024 | Writing Tips
The existence of writer’s block has long been a topic of debate. Regardless of what it is, every writer faces a creative slowdown at some point in their career. It’s a feeling of being stuck, unable to think of what to write next, and unsure of how to move...
by Michaelin | Jun 15, 2024 | Process Improvement
With the rise of writing as a profession, it’s easy to assume that anyone with a pen and paper can become a successful writer. However, the reality is that writing is a challenging field that demands more than just talent and skill. To stand out and achieve...
by Bede | Jun 14, 2024 | Book Marketing
Whether you’re working with a traditional publisher or you’re going the self-publishing route, one thing’s the same: You need to market your book. Most published authors, especially of the first time variety, won’t have access to a full-suite of marketing. Chances...
by Bede | Jun 12, 2024 | Book Publishing
You’ve probably already made up your mind. Traditional publishing is the way to go. It is the gold standard, after all. Nothing provides instant validation quite like a contract from a big New York publishing house. To say that you’ve been published sounds great at...
by Bede | Jun 10, 2024 | Writing Tips
Many authors don’t fully grasp the difference between a line edit and a copyedit. There are some similarities between the two: both pay detailed attention to your use of language, and involve mark-up on the pages of your manuscript. But make no mistake, these are two...
by Bede | Jun 7, 2024 | Idea Management
How do you take your writing ideas, write a book and become a published author? This question typically is met with practical advice, tactical tasks, and skill-based tips. There are other ways to help yourself become an author that have little to do with book...
by Bede | Jun 5, 2024 | Writing Tips
I love writing. Or at least for the most part, I do. But words are hard and refining my words is even harder. Trust me when I say this — Almost all blogposts out there that give you the Blogpost goals, go through so many rounds of spell checks, grammar checks,...
